R&D Senior Software Test Engineer - IDC

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care and wellness allowance

Excellent career development

Employee benefit portal access

Flexible working time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Bengaluru is seeking an experienced Senior Software Test Engineer to own complex testing activities, influence quality strategy, and collaborate with global teams on Grid Automation software.

You will strengthen testing maturity, automate core tests, and support CI/CD readiness while expanding expertise in power-system software within a global engineering organization.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in QA, software testing, or test engineering.
• Strong QA methodologies, risk-based testing.
• Hands-on API and integration testing in microservices.
• Understanding of microservices, Kubernetes, Docker, distributed systems.
• Collaborative and able to influence quality discussions across teams.
• Fluency in written and spoken English; Python, Robot Framework, Azure DevOps, PostgreSQL a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define test objectives, strategy, scenarios, and execution plans for complex releases.
• Identify required test environments, data, tools, and provisions; coordinate readiness with stakeholders.
• Report test progress, quality risks, and release readiness to the Test Manager; escalate when risks arise.
• Support and strengthen CI/CD practices across products, expanding automation of key tests.
• Document defects clearly with technical detail to aid investigation and resolution.
• Collaborate with developers, product owners, and engineering to resolve and verify issues.
• Grow testing expertise in Grid Automation and power system software.

Skills

Quality assurance

Testing methodologies

API testing

Microservices testing

Kubernetes

Docker

CI/CD

Python

Robot Framework

Azure DevOps

PostgreSQL

Communication

Tools

Jira

Helm

CI/CD pipelines

Test automation frameworks

Job description

The opportunity

At Hitachi Energy, we are advancing a sustainable energy future by enabling stronger, smarter, and more resilient power systems. Quality is central to how we deliver trusted digital solutions for customers worldwide. We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Test Engineer to join our Grid Automation team and help shape the quality of mission-critical software used in modern energy systems.

In this senior role, you will take ownership of complex testing activities, influence quality strategy, and collaborate with global engineering teams working on advanced Grid Automation technologies. You will contribute to scalable test practices, automation maturity, CI/CD readiness, and continuous improvement while growing your expertise in a global organization committed to innovation, sustainability, and technical excellence.

How you’ll make an impact

• Lead the definition of test objectives, test strategy, test scenarios, and execution plans for complex product and release activities.
• Identify required test environments, equipment, test data, tools, and other provisions needed for effective testing. Partner with functional leaders to ensure readiness for test start and completion in line with program schedules, including maintenance and minor releases. Report test progress, quality risks, and release readiness to the Test Manager and key stakeholders, escalating proactively when progress toward a stable, releasable product is at risk. Support and strengthen CI/CD practices across products, with a focus on expanding automation of key tests.
• Ensure defects are documented clearly, accurately, and with the technical detail needed to support efficient investigation and resolution.
• Work closely with developers, product owners, and engineering stakeholders to analyze, resolve, and verify product issues across the software lifecycle.
• Continuously strengthen testing expertise, automation skills, and domain knowledge in Grid Automation and power system software.
• Act as a senior contributor in a cross-functional team by sharing knowledge, supporting collaboration, and helping the team deliver high-quality outcomes aligned with shared objectives.
  

Your background

• At least 8 years of professional experience in quality assurance, software testing, or test engineering, preferably in complex software product environments.
• Strong knowledge of QA best practices, testing methodologies, quality processes, and risk-based testing approaches.
• Hands-on experience with low-level testing, including API and integration testing, in microservices-based architectures.
• Good understanding of microservices architecture and related testing areas, including message queues, Kubernetes, Docker, and distributed system behavior.
• A collaborative mindset, strong communication skills, and the ability to influence quality discussions across technical and cross-functional teams.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Knowledge of Python, Robot Framework, Azure DevOps, and PostgreSQL is a strong advantage.
• Experience with Jira, Helm, test automation frameworks, or CI/CD pipelines is considered an advantage.

What we offer

• Flexible working time
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Excellent career development opportunities within Hitachi Energy in Bangalore and across our global engineering organization.
• Access to an employee benefit portal with thousands of discounts and perks.
• The opportunity to work on meaningful technologies that support a more sustainable, flexible, and secure energy future.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice. Background Screening and Security Checks

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.